Digital Credentials and the Rise of Skill Based Hiring

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15 Apr

Digital Credentials and the Rise of Skill Based Hiring

Digital Credentials and the Rise of Skill Based Hiring

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (12:00 AM) to Wednesday, May 31, 2028 (11:59 PM)
1 PDCs
Provider: BPN – HR Education Network
Course Name: Digital Credentials and the Rise of Skill Based Hiring

Speaker: Terri Varnell
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://catalog.hreducationnetwork.com

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Understand the limitations and unintended consequences of traditional degree requirements in hiring Explain the key drivers behind the shift to skills-based hiring practices Identify different types of digital credentials (e.g., badges, certificates, micro-credentials) and their value to employers and learners Evaluate how digital credentials can be used to verify skills and competencies  Analyze the impact of skills-based hiring on talent acquisition, internal mobility, and workforce equity Develop an implementation plan for transitioning from degree-based to skills-based hiring within an organization

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Digital Credentials and the Rise of Skills-Based Hiring explores the evolving landscape of talent acquisition in a skills-driven economy. This course examines the limitations of traditional degree requirements and the growing shift toward skills-based hiring practices. Participants will gain insight into the emergence and value of digital credentials, including badges and micro-credentials, and how they are reshaping workforce development. The course also highlights the impacts on hiring, career mobility, and equity, and provides practical guidance on moving from concept to implementation within organizations. Ideal for HR professionals, educators, and workforce leaders seeking to modernize talent strategies.